It's set to get a little spooky down at the RSPCA Chesterfield Animal Centre, when staff host a black cat Halloween event later this month.

A host of Halloween fun has been lined up at the centre, and staff are hoping that visitors will also consider rehoming one of the many black cats (and others) currently in their care.

The event will be held on Sunday 30th October from 11am until 3pm and activities include a fancy dress competition (for humans), apple-bobbing, there will also be lots of games and competitions and a yard sale.

Rachel Gray, Branch Manager said: "We thought Halloween would be a great time to invite the public to take part in a fun day and also get the chance to see the many black cats in our care.

"We hope that lots of people come along to the event, and hopefully they may even consider adopting one of our cats as well.

"Everyone is welcome and all the money raised from the event will be in aid of the animal centre."

The centre is also planning to run a reduced microchipping event for cats.

To find out more contact the Chesterfield Animal Centre which is in Spital Lane, Chesterfield, by calling 01246 273358

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